Nihalaprasad - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Nihalaprasad is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nihalaprasad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihalaprasad is 406899. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Nihalaprasad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nihalaprasad
According to the 2011 Census, Nihalaprasad village had a total population of 319 people, including 153 males and 166 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.93%, with male literacy at 92.96% and female literacy at 85.03%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 153 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 132 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 21 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Nihalaprasad
Nihalaprasad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nihalaprasad
Nihalaprasad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nihalaprasad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Nihalaprasad is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihalaprasad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihalaprasad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nihalaprasad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihalaprasad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nihalaprasad
Where is Nihalaprasad located?
Nihalaprasad village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nihalaprasad?
The Gram Panchayat of Nihalaprasad is Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Nihalaprasad?
The pincode of Nihalaprasad is 752026.
What is the population of Nihalaprasad?
Nihalaprasad had a total population of 319, including 153 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Nihalaprasad?
Nihalaprasad had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihalaprasad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihalaprasad was 88.93%. Male literacy was 92.96% and female literacy was 85.03%.